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Hey everyone!
I’m super excited to announce a fun and challenging new way to get your hands on a copy of my book, Hacker’s Edge. For those of you who love puzzles, reverse engineering, and a good brain-teaser, I’ve created a special CrackMe challenge!
What’s a CrackMe?
For the uninitiated, a “CrackMe” is a small program designed to be reverse-engineered. The goal is to bypass its protections or discover a hidden key to “crack” it. It’s a fantastic way to sharpen your skills in areas like assembly language, debugging, and understanding how software truly works under the hood.
I’ve poured some interesting twists and turns into this one, so whether you’re a seasoned reverse engineer or just starting out, I think you’ll find it an engaging experience.
The Challenge:
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to crack my custom-built CrackMe. Successfully doing so will reveal a 100% off coupon code for Hacker’s Edge! That’s right, a completely free copy of the book, just for proving your hacking prowess.
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How to Participate:
- Download the CrackMe: I’ll be making the CrackMe available for download very soon. Keep an eye on this space and my social media channels for the link!
- Get Cracking! Fire up your favorite disassembler, debugger, and whatever other tools you need to get to the bottom of it.
- Uncover the Code: Once you’ve successfully cracked the program, it will reveal a unique coupon code.
- Claim Your Book: Head over to hackersedgebook.com, add the book to your cart, and apply your coupon code at checkout for a free copy!
I’ve attached a screenshot of the CrackMe to give you a sneak peek:
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Why a CrackMe?
Beyond the fun of the challenge, I believe hands-on experience is the best teacher when it comes to security and reverse engineering. This CrackMe is designed to reinforce some of the concepts discussed in Hacker’s Edge and give you a practical application of those skills. It’s also my way of giving back to the community and celebrating the joy of learning through hacking.
Better Hurry!
The code is limited to the first 20 uses! Go to https://hackersedgebook.com to download the CrackMe.
Good luck, and happy cracking!